How To Fix FQ147 - Commitment item is not assigned to a criterion group & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Commitment item is not assigned to a criterion group & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ147 - Commitment item is not assigned to a criterion group & & ?

  The SAP error message FQ147 indicates that a commitment item is not assigned to a criterion group. This typically occurs in the context of public sector accounting or budget management within SAP, where commitment items are used to classify expenditures and revenues.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The commitment item you are trying to use has not been assigned to any criterion group in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the Public Sector Management (PSM) module where the necessary links between commitment items and criterion groups have not been established.
  Data Entry Errors: The commitment item may have been incorrectly entered or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Commitment Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for commitment items in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the commitment item in question is properly assigned to a criterion group.
  
  
  
  Assign Commitment Item to Criterion Group:
  
  Use transaction code OBD2 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to access the configuration for commitment items.
  Find the commitment item that is causing the error and assign it to the appropriate criterion group.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the commitment item to ensure it is correctly set up and active.
  If necessary, create or modify the commitment item to ensure it meets the required criteria.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to commitment items and criterion groups for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBD2 for configuration, FBL1N for vendor line items, or FBL3N for G/L account line items, depending on your specific needs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to commitment items and criterion groups.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Public Sector Management module.